“If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.”
— MAYA ANGELOU
Feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, “different,” alone, or stuck?
ARE YOU, YOUR CHILD, OR YOUR TEEN BRIGHT AND CAPABLE YET STRUGGLING TO STAY ORGANIZED, MANAGE TIME, OR KEEP UP WITH DAILY DEMANDS?
Do you find yourself caught between high expectations and limited energy, paralyzed by perfectionism, or frustrated that your best efforts still never feel like enough?
Whether you’re an adult seeking clarity, a parent looking for guidance, or a teen trying to understand yourself better, it can be exhausting to navigate a world that feels like it wasn’t designed with your brain in mind.
You deserve a safe, affirming space where your experiences are understood and your strengths can shine.
Care that honours your uniqueness & helps you thrive on your own terms.
DRAWING ON CLINICAL EXPERTISE & LIVED EXPERIENCE
I provide a safe, supportive space where you or your child can gain self-understanding, practical skills, & the confidence to thrive.
NEUROAFFIRMING INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING COACHING
For children, teens, and adults, psychotherapy sessions at RiverBe offer evidence-based, compassionate support for understanding yourself and your patterns: why you think, feel, and act the way you do. Together, we’ll explore strategies for managing anxiety, improving mood and sleep, regulating emotions, improving relationships, and building on what already works for you. Executive functioning coaching (which can be incorporated into psychotherapy) focuses on practical skills—organization, time management, and motivation—helping clients move from overwhelmed to empowered in their daily lives.
PARENT COACHING
Parent coaching sessions are designed for caregivers raising or supporting exceptional children and teens. Whether your child is “gifted”, autistic, or presents with ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, sleep difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, or excessive screen time, these sessions offer a space to better understand their needs and develop effective, compassionate strategies. Together, we work to reduce stress and strengthen family communication while supporting everyone’s well-being.
CONSULTATION FOR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
I provide consultation for psychologists and other allied health professionals seeking guidance in understanding, assessing, or supporting neurodiverse clients. Drawing on decades of clinical and lived experience, these collaborative sessions can help refine assessment practices, inform treatment planning, and build confidence in providing neuroaffirming care.
COLLABORATIVE ASSESSMENT
RiverBe offers psychological assessment and consultation services to help clarify autistic or ADHD presentations in children, teens, and adults. Each assessment integrates evidence-based tools and clinical expertise with a level of care and customization that recognizes and celebrates neurodiversity. The goal is not simply to arrive at a diagnosis (if warranted), but to foster deeper understanding, empowerment, and guide next steps for support.
How It Works
YOUR FIRST SESSION (CALLED AN INTAKE APPOINTMENT) IS A CHANCE TO SHARE WHAT BRINGS YOU HERE AND WHAT YOU HOPE TO GAIN FROM PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES. WE’LL DISCUSS YOUR GOALS, NEEDS, AND QUESTIONS SO YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE, INFORMED, AND SUPPORTED FROM THE START.
FOR ADULTS & OLDER TEENS
This initial session focuses on understanding your story and clarifying priorities for our work together.
FOR CHILDREN & YOUNGER TEENS
The first appointment is typically attended by their with parent(s) or caregiver(s). We’ll talk through your child’s strengths, challenges, and goals, then schedule follow-up sessions for your child or teen to begin building comfort and connection through conversation and engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Next Steps
INQUIRIES:
To ask about services or availability for yourself or your child/teen, please complete and submit this secure form hosted by Hushmail for Healthcare.
FEES:
Hourly rates are comparable to those of other doctoral-level psychologists in Ontario. Current fees for psychotherapy, consultation, and assessment services will be provided in response to your initial inquiry.
Fees for private psychological services are not covered by OHIP. However, many extended health plans offer full or partial reimbursement for psychological services. Some families may also use funding from the Ontario Autism Program (OAP), Jordan’s Principle, or the Métis Nation of Ontario to cover all or part of the costs.
If you have extended health coverage, please review your insurance policy to confirm:
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Whether psychological services are covered
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The annual coverage limit for psychological services per family member and the annual renewal date
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Any limits on the number of service hours you can be reimbursed for per day
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Whether a referral from your family physician is required
Payment is due following each appointment (or by the date indicated on your invoice) and can be made by credit card, Visa Debit, MasterCard Debit, direct debit, or e-transfer. Receipts are provided for insurance or funding reimbursement following payment. At this time, claims cannot be submitted directly to insurance providers or other third-party payers.
